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Sharlene Hensrud

NAR Real Estate Summit Forecast… is another recession imminent?

The news of job growth, super low unemployment, and a thriving real estate market are all signs pointing to a strong economy. However, there is also an undercurrent of fear...
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Buying a Mid-Century-Modern house in University Grove

Looking for an authentic mid-century-modern home to make your own? You might get lucky and find the right home quickly, but it usually requires patience. It took this couple about...
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Wednesdays Unplugged – Cranberry Maple Sweet Potatoes

“If you really want to do something, you’ll find a way and if you don’t want to do it, you’ll find an excuse.” –Jim Rohn NOTE: I spend my Wednesdays Unplugged from...
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Historical cost of renting vs buying

Wondering whether it makes more sense to buy or rent? There are many factors to consider, but from a purely financial standpoint, the average percentage of income needed to afford...
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The Lowry… no reservations? no problem!

We attended our first concert of the holiday season Friday night at Central Lutheran in Minneapolis for the 40th Augsburg Advent Vespers. It was a lovely concert but done at...
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NAR cracks down on “off-market” and “pocket listings”

The board of directors of the National Association of Realtors (NAR) voted last month (11-11-19) to ban the controversial practice of “off-market” and “pocket listings”… so named because listing agents...
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Wednesdays Unplugged – Perfect Lemon Meringue Pie

“Kindness is like snow – it beautifies everything it covers.” ~ Unknown NOTE: I spend my Wednesdays Unplugged from appointments. It’s my day to stay home, enjoy cooking and welcome our kids...
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Home Staging 101

If you are planning to sell your home and thinking that because of the inventory shortage you don’t need to worry about staging, think again… today’s buyers are very savvy...
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